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CLSU, LGU TALAVERA AND SCIENCE CITY OF MUNOZ INK PARTNERSHIP FOR THE TECHNO VILLAGE ESTABLISHMENT

Dec. 12, 2021

Meamette Y. Rosario | Training

The Central Luzon State University (CLSU), through the University Extension Center (UEC), sealed a partnership with LGU Talavera and Science City of Muñoz, Nueva Ecija for the implementation of the Techno Village Development Program (TVDP) in a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing held on April 24 and July 7, 2021, respectively. Mayor Nerivi S. Martinez led the MOA signing in Talavera together with the Municipal Agriculture Officer Mercy Pabula and farmer-partners Mr. Reynaldo C. Hilario and Mr. Ronnie E. Onarse. The TVDP is expected to be of great help in their municipality to further the development of their farmers and likewise improve their agricultural productivity. Meanwhile, before MOA signing in the Science City of Muñoz, the Sangguniang Panlungsod composed of City Councilors, Head of Committee on Agriculture, and the City Agriculturist passed Resolution No. 2021-071 authorizing Mayor Nestor L. Alvarez to represent the LGU to enter into an agreement with CLSU regarding the TVDP. The TVDP is a five-year unified extension program that aims to bring CLSU generated technologies to the villages using various extension modalities. Moreover, it pushes for the transformation of communities into a hub where families can attain far-reaching socio-economic development and develops a model that will hasten countryside development.

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CLSU Enhances Disaster Preparedness through Earthquake Drill and Casualty Simulations

Central Luzon State University (CLSU) joined the 1st Quarter Nationwide Simultaneous Earthquake Drill (NSED) today, March 13 to ensure that students, faculty, and staff know the necessary actions to take during an earthquake. The University Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (UDRRMC), with Vice President for Administration Dr. Ariel G. Mactal as the Commander, is spearheading the drill in coordination with the Institute for Climate Change and Environmental Management (ICCEM) and University Health Services (UHS). Students near the identified command center practiced the "Duck, Cover, and Hold.” Moreover, a simulation of casualties was included to test the university’s emergency response capabilities. The successful execution of the NSED proves the University's dedication to disaster risk reduction, ensuring that the university remains a safe and secure environment for the entire CLSU Community. Stay safe and prepared, Sielesyuans! #EarthquakeDrill #SDG11

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ICCEM Soft-Launches Student-Developed Plastic Sorting Machine

The Institute for Climate Change and Environmental Management (ICCEM), in partnership with the Department of Information Technology, ASKI Foundation, and Coca-Cola, soft-launched a new Plastic Sorting Machine, to help manage waste on campus. This was held on March 12, 2025, at the OVPAA Amphitheater as part of the weeklong anniversary celebration of ICCEM. Three ICCEM interns namely, Mr. Leusam Jay G. Jimenez, Mr. Erroyd Kevin G. Tolentino, and Mr. Jay Raizen M. Musngi from the Department of Information Technology, under the guidance of their adviser, Asst.Prof. Marycris A. Manalang, developed an innovative sorter equipped with a specialized system capable of categorizing polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles into five classifications - Clean, Not Clean, Good Plastic, Blue, and Reject. The said machine will decrease the manpower required for the sorting of different plastic types, while also fostering environmental sustainability through encouraging students to practice responsible plastic waste disposal. University President Dr. Evaristo A. Abella expressed his congratulatory words and gratitude to the interns and other people behind its success. He also emphasized the importance of learning the values of being a responsible community member. The event was also graced by university officials, including the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Ravelina R. Velasco, Vice President for Administration, Dr. Ariel G. Mactal, Vice President for Research and Extension, Dr. Emmanuel M. Dela Vera, Pollution Control Officer, Dr. Redel L. Gutierrez, and representatives from the Physical Plant and Site Development Services (PPSDS), all standing united in solidarity to mark a new and promising chapter in CLSU's ongoing environmental stewardship.

Mar. 14, 2025

Int’l Collab Fuels Tilapia Vaccine Breakthrough

Dr. Alvin T. Reyes, a faculty researcher at the College of Fisheries (CoF) and the Freshwater Aquaculture Center (FAC), has achieved a significant breakthrough in aquaculture by developing an inactivated vaccine formulated with hydrogen peroxide to prevent major bacterial pathogens that threaten red Nile tilapia production. The bacterial pathogen called Streptococcus agalactiae poses a serious threat to large-scale tilapia aquaculture operations in the ASEAN region, resulting in substantial economic losses. Collaborating with Dr. Chanagun Chitmanat, a senior researcher at Maejo University, Dr. Reyes has introduced a practical and effective approach to enhancing fish health and sustainability in aquaculture. The vaccine has been tested on experimental fish, and while the final study results are still pending, initial observations indicate promising efficacy in protecting against bacterial infection. Dr. Reyes expressed optimism, stating, “We are hopeful for positive results, even though the final study results are still being processed.” The collaboration between Central Luzon State University (CLSU) and Maejo University was crucial in the vaccine’s development. Access to Maejo University's advanced laboratories and research methods significantly aided in the rigorous testing and refinement of the vaccine. This partnership underscores the importance of international collaboration in tackling critical challenges within the aquaculture sector. #CLSUR4D #SievingForExcellence #SDG14

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